Rachmawati, Umi (2011) Using WebQuest to Improve Students’ Reading Comprehension of the Second Grade at SMK N 1 Depok, Sleman in the Academic Year of 2011/2012. S1 thesis, FBS UNY.
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Abstract
This action research is aimed at describing the actions conducted to improve the students’ reading comprehension in the teaching and learning of reading in Grade XI AK 2 of SMKN 1 Depok Sleman. The use of WebQuest is expected to improve the students’ reading comprehension. The research was conducted collaboratively among the research team members namely, the researcher, the English teacher, the students, and the headmaster. There were two cycles in this research. In each cycle, there were two main steps of the research, namely, reconnaissance, the steps of identifying the field problems and actions-the steps of planning, implementing, evaluating, and reflecting the actions. The data of the research were qualitative and quantitative. The qualitative data were collected through observation, and interview. The data were presented in the form of field notes, interview transcripts, and photos. Then, the quantitative data were collected through pre- and post-test which were presented in the form of scores. The result of this study shows that the use of the WebQuest is believed to be effective to improve students’ reading comprehension. Students’ reading problems can be reduced by applying the WebQuest. The sections of WebQuest facilitate students to be able to comprehend authentic texts by relating it to their knowledge. The Introduction section invites students to predict the content of the texts they will read. The Task and Process sections give opportunities for students to comprehend the texts provided. The Evaluation and Conclusion sections offer a summary to students which help them to evaluate their understanding. Students’ gain score from pre-test to post-test which the questions are equal to reading section of TOEIC increases. It is also proved that the use of internet and computer laboratory leads to the students’ motivation in reading due to the opportunity for them to access authentic texts.
| Item Type: | Thesis (S1) |
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| Subjects: | Bahasa dan Sastra > Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris |
| Divisions: | Fakultas Bahasa, Seni dan Budaya (FBSB) > Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris > Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris |
| Depositing User: | Admin Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris FBS |
| Date Deposited: | 22 Nov 2016 02:38 |
| Last Modified: | 30 Jan 2019 11:53 |
| URI: | http://eprints.uny.ac.id/id/eprint/43837 |
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